Ahead of the upcoming Char Ujilab Union Parishad election, Md. Zaker Hossain, joint convener of Belabo Upazila Jubo Dal and Information and Communication Technology Affairs Joint Secretary of Narsingdi District Jubo Dal, has stepped up his preparations for the election.According to several local residents, Zaker Hossain has been involved in various social activities in the union for a long time. They said his continued engagement with local people and his presence during their difficulties have helped him build a reputation among residents. Some voters consider him a potential candidate for the union.A local resident said, Zaker Hossain has maintained close contact with people in the area for a long time. We have found him beside people in both good and difficult times. That is why we consider him suitable for serving the people and working for the development of the union.Another voter said, Many people approach voters only during elections. Zaker Hossain, however, has maintained communication with ordinary people for a long time. This has created a level of trust in him among local residents.Zaker Hossain said, I have been with the people of Char Ujilab Union for a long time and have tried to help address their problems to the best of my ability. The love and support of the people are my greatest strength. If elected, I want to work by giving priority to the opinions and needs of the people of the union.Alongside his political activities, Zaker Hossain is also locally known as an elected No. 1 member of Baraichar Bazar Merchants Association Ltd. He maintains communication with people from different professions, including local businesspeople, according to people familiar with the matter. With the upcoming Union Parishad election approaching, potential candidates have already begun increasing their activities and communicating with voters. Zaker Hossain has also intensified his engagement with local party activists and voters, according to people close to him.